Oilers needs

Canadiens trade their third string who has been very successful up, but acquire a plausible third line guy in Anton Slepyshev and a 2nd round scoring prospect that is risky but also very rewarding in Benson.

Oilers acquire a sturdy backup who could possibly take over Talbots role in two years considering Brossoit is struggling. Ellis could also take the backup job but is not likely.

Two Expiring contracts that need a change of scenery Arizona trade a cheaper but less valuable guy while acquiring a sturdy future goalie and a draft pick which is higher.

Richardson gives third line scoring if he pans out + gives chemistry with Strome possibly.

Columbus (who is in a win now mode looks to acquire a 1st/2nd line two way centre which they acquire but also gives away some of the farm to acquire, the Oilers must retain in order for this deal to work, while Columbus is now forced to give a A level prospect (PLD)

Oilers acquire a young centre, winger and Dman who are all decently rated prospects while giving up RNH.